HomeCompare fishClown loach vs Chinese sucker Clown loach vs Chinese sucker: can they live together? Verdict: CompatibleBoth are comfortable at 24–28°C (75–82°F).A pH of 6.0–7.5 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 455 L (120 US gal)Side by sideClown loachChinese suckerAdult size50 cm (20 in)60 cm (24 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)455 L (120 US gal)Temperature24–30°C (75–86°F)18–28°C (64–82°F)pH5.0–7.56.0–7.5Hardness5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)–TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelModerateModerateDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesClown loachChromobotia macracanthusChinese suckerMyxocyprinus asiaticus